The  Advance  Courier 


OUR 

ABRIDGED 

CATALOG 


White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co. 

Knoxville,  Tenn.,  U.  S.  A. 


N92049 


DESIGNATED  STATE  S  UNITED  STATES  DEPOSITORY. 


F.  L, FISHER,  Prest. 

E  J.  SANFORD,  V.Prest. 
S  .V .  CARTER ,  Cashier  . 


CAPITAL  $175,000.  SURPLUS  $175,000. 


ESTABLISHED  1872. 


KnaxyiuCpTniiL  Apm  1,  1904 


TO  WHOM  IT  MAY  CONCERN 

It  is  with  pleasure  that  we  testify  to  the  reliability 
of  the  White  Mantel  &  Tile  Company  of  Knoxville,  Tennessee. 

We  have  no  hesitancy  in  saying  that  we  believe  anyone 
who  has  dealings  with  this  firm  will  be  treated  in  the  fair¬ 
est  manner  possible,  and  that  they  can  feel  perfectly  secure 
in  sending  money  to  them  with  their  orders,  as  we  understand 
that  they  ship  their  goods,  agreeing  that  anything  not  prov¬ 
ing  entirely  satisfactory  when  received  can  be  returned  to 
them,  and  the  money  paid  will  be  immediately  refunded  to  the 
purchaser. 

The  officers  and  stockholders  of  the  Company  are  well 
and  favorably  known  to  us,  and  we  believe  can  be  relied  upon 
to  do  exactly  as  they  agree. 


Very  truly  yours 


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HIS  IS,  in  all  respects,  an  abridged  catalogue.  It 
aims  at  two  important  things  —  to  convince  you  that 
the  White  Mantel  &  Tile  Company  has  decided  advan¬ 
tages  for  manufacturing  and  selling  Mantels;  and  that 
the  “Royal”  Line  represents  the  very  highest  develop¬ 
ment  of  artistic  perfection  and  mechanical  excellence 
and  the  greatest  Mantel  values  possible  to  obtain. 

It  contains  a  few  illustrations  of  the  most  popular  designs  of  the 
“Royal”  Line.  Our  large  catalogue  which  is  too  costly  for  general  dis¬ 
tribution  contains  the  more  expensive  and  elaborate  designs. 

There  is  one  thing  which  should  appeal  to  you  when  reading  and 
studying  The  Advance  Courier,  and  that  is 'the  fact  that  it  deals  only  with 
plain,  truthful  statements  and  conservative  claims. 

In  this  preliminary  we  wish  to  assume  the  defence  of  every  statement 
made  herein. 

We  shall  endeavor  to  make  every  statement  so  clear  and  honest  as  not 
to  lead  to  any  misapprehension  about  our  goods,  no  misunderstanding  as  to 
our  methods,  no  doubt  as  to  our  facilities  for  competing  with  any  Mantel 
factory  in  the  world. 


BUILDING  THE  “ROYAL”  LINE 
Location  an  Advantage 

One  of  our  most  important  advantages  is  location  —  right  in  the 
midst  of  the  hardwood  district  of  America. 

This  gives  us  an  advantage  that  even  our  competitors  appreciate, 
that  few  factories  enjoy — the  privilege  of  cutting  with  our  own  mills  millions 
of  feet  of  the  finest  hardwood  lumber  in  the  country,  curing  it  in  our 
own  yards  by  the  slow,  natural  process  which  assures  perfect  material. 

This  advantage  accounts  for  the  peculiarly  rare  beauty  of  the  grain 
of  the  wood  seen  in  the  “Royal”  Line  Mantels,  and  the  fact  that  we 
can  and  do  sell  our  goods  at  a  lower  price  than  the  man  who  has  to  pay 
transportation  charges  from  this  section  to  where  his  factory  happens  to  be. 

We  have  given  years  of  study  to  the  selection  and  seasoning  of  woods 
and  the  carving  of  those  woods  into  artistically  designed  Mantels. 


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COLUMBIA  UNIVEROITY 


Our  knowledge  of  Mantel  manufacture  has  been  so  exact  as  to  prac¬ 
tically  amount  to  a  scientific  study.  The  result  is  that  we  see  flaws  or 
failings  in  the  wood  or  the  manner  of  fashioning  that  only  expert  eyes 
could  detect. 

This  ability  insures  to  your  benefit  as  a  buyer.  It  keeps  you  from 
selecting  something  which  looks  all  right  at  first  but  proves  faulty  as  the 
years  go  by.  It  enables  you  to  get  what  you  ought  to  have,  even  if  you 
do  not  happen  to  know  exactly  what  you  want. 

We  are  always  pleased  to  do  business  with  those  who  appreciate  high 
grade  goods,  and  you,  we  know,  will  be  glad  of  the  chance  to  get  such 
goods,  completely  guaranteed,  from  us  rather  than  pay  a  retailer  the  price 
which  he  must  charge. 

We  sell  to  users  direct,  quoting  our  lowest  Factory  Prices,  and  the 
lowest  to  be  obtained  anywhere. 


Lumber  a  Factor 

A  most  important  factor  in  constructing  the  “Royal”  Line  Mantels 
is  the  lumber. 

No  matter  how  excellent  the  cabinet  work,  how  clever  the  carving, 
or  how  fine  the  finish,  the  result  will  be  unsatisfactory  unless  the  lumber 
is  right. 

W ood  selected  for  the  rare  beauty  of  its  grain  possesses  more  exquisite 
beauty  than  any  carving  or  applied  ornament  that  can  be  produced. 

Nature  traces  wonderfully  beautiful  lines  in  the  product  of  the  forest. 
Herein  lies  the  value  of  each  piece  of  wood. 

A  design  can  be  produced  indefinitely,  but  a  natural  figure  in  wood 
cannot  be  duplicated.  In  this  nature  never  repeats. 

No  man  has  yet  devised  a  process  for  the  rapid  drying  or  curing  of 
lumber  equal  to  Nature’s  method. 

The  lumber  out  of  which  the  “Royal”  Line  is  constructed  is  first 
brought  to  the  saw  mill  in  the  log,  by  water,  receiving  the  beneficial  effect 
of  the  water  in  removing  the  sap. 

The  logs  are  then  sawed  and  the  lumber  piled  on  sticks  in  the  open 
yard,  where  it  remains  for  twelve  months,  becoming  thoroughly  seasoned 
and  air  dried.  It  is  then  placed  in  the  kiln,  where  it  is  kept  until  all  the 
dampness  from  the  atmosphere  is  taken  out.  This  makes  the  lumber  in 
the  “Royal”  Line  as  near  perfect  as  human  ingenuity  is  capable  of  making 
it,  and  very  superior  to  the  lumber  seasoned  by  the  rapid  methods  of  some 


manufacturers  who  rush  the  lumber  from  the  saw  mill,  green,  into  the  kiln, 
thereby  destroying  the  life  and  beauty  of  the  wood. 

Lumber  treated  in  Nature’s  way  is  not  so  susceptible  to  atmospheric 
changes,  nor  to  heat,  and  will  not  warp,  swell  nor  shrink,  and  retains  a 
beauty  and  life  that  the  rapid  process  of  kiln-drying  destroys. 

Expert  Designing 

The  designers  of  the  “Royal”  Line  are  the  cleverest  that  money  can 
employ.  They  are  skillful  artists,  who  are  fully  familiar  with  conditions 
which  govern  Mantel  construction.  The  ruling  principles  of  our  designs 
are  to  avoid  over-ornamentation,  relying  for  decorations  more  on  the  rare 
figure  of  the  wood  used  and  high  polish. 

We  aim  to  have  every  design  beautifully  artistic,  graceful  and  orig¬ 
inal,  yet  conforming  with  modern  styles  of  architecture.  We  have  such  a 
wide  variety  of  patterns  that  every  fancy  can  be  appeased.  No  matter 
how  plain  or  how  elaborate  a  pattern  is  desired,  it  can  be  found  here, 
scrupulously  perfect  in  every  respect. 

The  most  popular  designs  are  kept  in  stock. 

Perfect  Construction 

The  best  skilled  labor  is  employed  in  the  construction  of  “Royal” 
Mantels.  If  we  could  possibly  get  better  workmanship  we’d  do  it.  We 
insist  upon  mechanical  perfection,  and  good  products  are  proot  that 
we  get  it. 

Many  superior  points  in  the  construction  of  the  “Royal”  Line 
Mantels  are  hidden  from  the  casual  observer,  but  absolutely  essential  to 
work  that  is  to  stand.  They  are  built  for  long  service  as  well  as  beauty. 

Superior  Finish 

Elegance  of  style  and  finish  are  aimed  at. 

Three  classes  of  workmen  are  employed  in  finishing  —  fillers,  coaters 
and  polishers. 

In  the  Filling  Department  the  pores  of  the  wood  are  filled,  in  order 
that  the  surface  may  be  perfectly  smooth  before  the  first  coat  of  varnish 
is  applied. 

Then,  after  being  thoroughly  sand-papered,  the  Mantels  pass  to  the 
Coating  Department.  Here  the  coaters  give  the  work  a  coat  of  our  special 


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varnish,  the  best  obtainable,  almost  colorless,  elastic  and  slow  drying.  No 
quick  drying  varnish  is  durable.  After  the  first  coat  is  thoroughly  dry  they 
are  again  taken  to  the  Sand-papering  Department  and  carefully  gone  over. 

Then,  back  to  the  Coating  Department,  where  the  second  coat  is 
applied,  after  which  they  are  again  sand-papered  and  rubbed.  Now  they 
are  ready  for  the  Flowing  Room,  a  department  built  dust-proof  for  this 
purpose.  Here  the  last  coats  are  put  on. 

After  thoroughly  drying  and  becoming  hard,  they  are  taken  to  the 
Rubbing  Department.  Here  they  are  hand  rubbed  with  water  and  pul¬ 
verized  pumice  stone  until  the  surface  is  perfectly  smooth. 

They  are  then  taken  to  the  last  department — the  Polishing  Room — 
where  the  Mantels  are  polished  with  rotten-stone  and  hand  rubbed  until  a 
brilliant,  smooth,  hard,  durable  polish  is  produced.  The  Mantels  are 
then  ready  to  ship. 

What  a  Mail  Business  Means 

A  few  years  ago  there  were  comparatively  few  Hardwood  Mantels 
used — few  in  comparison  with  the  present  production. 

The  cause  ?  They  were  too  expensive.  Mantel  manufacturers  had 
to  keep  salesmen  on  the  road,  dealers  were  compelled  to  tack  on  a 
good  sized  profit  or  it  wouldn’t  pay  them  to  handle  them.  Quality  had  to 
be  slighted.  Designs  were  more  simple  and  styles  were  fewer. 

It  was  our  President,  Mr.  J.  C.  White  who  first  saw  the  practicab¬ 
ility  of  selling  Mantels  by  mail.  The  plan  was  tried.  It  proved  a  won¬ 
derful  success. 

The  result  was  better  and  more  beautiful  Mantels  at  prices  within  the 
reach  of  all  classes. 

It  meant  to  the  manufacturer  less  advertising  expense,  cash  sales, 
hence  no  dead  accounts;  larger  business,  consequently  cheaper  production. 

It  means  to  you  a  choice  from  our  factory’s  entire  production,  no 
profits  for  the  wholesaler,  jobber  and  retailer;  easy  selection  from  the 
“Royal”  Line  catalogue  where  descriptions  are  perfect  and  illustrations 
clear. 

It  means  that  you,  anybody,  can  buy  the  finest  Mantels  the  world 
produces — the  “Royal”  Line — -at  Factory  Cost — plus  one  small  profit. 

We  Guarantee  Them 

The  “Royal”  Line  is  sold  under  a  guarantee  that  covers  every  point 
— material,  construction,  newness  of  design,  finish  and  safe  delivery. 


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If,  after  careful  inspection,  any  article  is  found  not  as  represented  in 
all  details  of  material,  construction,  workmanship  and  finish,  it  is  your 
privilege  to  return  the  goods  at  our  expetise,  and  the  amount  paid  will  in¬ 
stantly  be  refunded  in  full. 

And  while  you  are  thus  made  absolutely  safe  in  a  purchase  with  a 
guarantee  like  this,  we  feel  equally  safe,  because  we,  on  our  part,  subject 
our  wares  to  the  closest  scrutinity  after  they  are  made  and  again  before 
they  are  shipped,  and  nothing  but  the  most  unfortunate  combination  of 
circumstances  could  result  in  defective  goods  leaving  the  factory. 

We  also  guarantee  delivery  in  good  condition,  as  far  as  your  freight 
depot. 

All  goods  shipped  C.  O.  D.  are  shipped  in  our  name,  we  sending 
the  freight  receipt,  with  invoice,  to  your  bank.  The  latter  then  collects 

the  money  and  holds  it  three  days,  during  which  time  you  examine  the 

goods  in  your  own  home. 

And  if  at  the  end  of  the  three  days  you  are  not  entirely  satisfied,  you 

can  ship  the  goods  back,  charges  collect,  and  go  to  the  bank  and  get  the 

full  amount  you  paid. 

Could  any  other  arrangement  be  fairer? 


Advantages  of  Buying  the  “Royal”  Line 

A  choice  from  a  variety  of  patterns  unsurpassed  anywhere  in  the 
world. 

Lowest  factory  price — lowest  price  to  be  obtained  anywhere.  You 
need  pay  no  dealer  a  profit. 

Every  purchase  goes  direct  to  our  customer  from  our  factory,  brand 
new.  This  advantage  obviates  the  danger  you  run  when  buying  shop¬ 
worn,  old-style,  or  out-of-date  styles  from  a  dealer. 

Our  goods  are  zenith  of  quality  and  style — the  finest  possible.  Cus¬ 
tomers  can  feel  that  they  are  getting  strictly  high  grade  Mantels  for  the 
least  money. 

Pictures  in  our  catalogues  are  all  actually  from  photographs.  It  is 
impossible,  however,  to  show  the  beauty  of  coloring,  elegance  of  finish  and 
exquisite  grain  or  “flake”  of  the  woods  used. 

Being  located  in  the  Mantel  centre  of  the  world,  we  secure  the  best 
designers,  the  newest  and  latest  designs,  the  most  conscientious  workman¬ 
ship,  and  the  choicest  lumber  from  the  world’s  finest  forests. 


Information  for  Buyers. 


There  is  such  a  difference  in  Mantels  that  we  suggest — never  com¬ 
pare  prices  without  comparing  quality.  You  will  always  find  more  differ¬ 
ence  in  the  latter  than  in  the  former. 

Our  terms  for  the  “Royal”  Line  are  so  liberal  and  our  guarantee  so 
strong  that  you  run  absolutely  no  risk  in  ordering  from  us. 

The  prices  we  quote  herein  are  net  for  the  goods  free  on  board  cars 
at  Factory.  These  are  our  lowest  Factory  Prices  and  cash  or  satisfactory 
reference  should  accompany  all  orders. 

The  greatest  care  is  used  in  packing,  and  to  avoid  anxiety  and  trouble 
on  the  customer’s  part,  we  guarantee  safe  delivery  to  his  freight  station. 
No  extra  charge  for  packing  or  cartage. 

Mantels  are  made  and  carried  in  stock  as  per  description  under  each 
illustration. 

For  any  change  from  regular  stock  woods,  finishes  or  sizes  there 
will  be  an  extra  charge  which  will  be  quoted  upon  application. 


Other  Important  Information 


The  “Royal”  Line  doesn’t  include  Mantels  only.  It  includes 
Grates,  Tiles,  Grilles  and  Fret  Work.  We  will  be  glad  to  give  estimates 
on  anything  in  these  lines.  We  guarantee  these  goods  just  as  strongly  as 
we  do  our  Mantels.  The  prices  are  just  as  low — the  rock  bottom  factory 
prices. 

If  there  is  no  design  shown  in  this  Advance  Courier  that  suits  your 
needs,  don’t  hesitate  to  ask  for  our  large  catalogue  which  covers  the  more 
elaborate  and  expensive  designs.  It  is  a  very  elaborate  affair,  and,  of 
course,  too  costly  to  distribute  freely,  but  we  will  be  glad  to  send  one  to 
any  intending  purchaser.  If  you  can’t  decide  on  the  design  you  like,  by 
all  means  get  the  large  catalogue. 


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White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Term.  Vandalia,  III.,  Feb.  19,  1904. 

Gentlemen:  The  Mantels  I  bought  of  you  are  in  place  and  have  been  used  some  months.  For 
beauty  of  design  and  finish  I  am  more  than  pleased  with  them. 

Sincerely  yours, 

'  T.  N.  Pitkins. 


No.  225 


No  more  acceptable  addition  to  your  home  could  be  made  than  a  “Royal”  Mantel  or  Grate. 
There  is  a  lifetime  of  enjoyment  with  every  one.  The  longer  they  are  used  the  better  you  like  them. 
Happiness  comes  with  such  a  beautiful  home  companion  as  the  handsome  design  shown  above,  and  it 
abides  an  always  valued  friend. 

Height,  7  feet  6  inches  Plain  French  Mirror,  24  x  40  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  1  y2  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches 

Mantel — Primed  three  coats  for  enamel  finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border  .  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only, . $55-50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 77-50 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 79-5° 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 

Finished  in  White  Enamel  #10.00  extra  net,  and  in  White  and  Gold  #15.00  extra  net. 


}Net  price 
complete 
$68.50 


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No.  226.  A  Beautiful  Design  for  Parlor  or  Library 


In  elegance  of  finish,  ornamentation  and  proportions  and  as  a  piece  of  handsome  artistic  cabinet 
work,  this  mantel  stands  without  a  rival.  Furnished  in  elegant  figured  woods,  highly  polished.  Looks 
best  in  our  special  shade  of  Golden  Oak. 

Height,  7  feet  6  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  26  x  42  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  3^  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches 

Mantel— Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth—  “  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in., with  Embossed  Border 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $56-75 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate  .  .  78  75 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  80.75 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Colgate,  Ink.  Ter.,  Feb.  19,  1904. 

Dear  Sir:  The  mantels  purchased  of  you  some  time  ago  have  proven  satisfactory.  I  consider  them 
excellent  values,  and  should  I  have  further  need  of  anything  in  your  line,  1  will  be  glad  to  give  you  my 
order.  Yours  very  truly, 

L.  A.  Connor,  Vice  Pres.  Citizens  Bank  &  Trust  Co. 


}Net  price 
complete 

$69.75 


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No.  227.  An  Exquisite  Mantel  for  Hall  or  Dining  Room 

Tins  beautiful  mantel  presents  an  especial  individuality  both  in  design  and  construction  not  com¬ 
mon  to  general  run  of  mantels.  It  is  made  of  the  choicest  selected  woods  and  polished  in  rich  Golden 
Oak  with  our  famous  “Royal”  polish  which  makes  it  a  most  strikingly  handsome  mantel,  and  look  at 
the  price! 

Height,  7  feet  French  Bevel  Mirror,  14  x  42  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  3  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  48  inches 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Best  Piano  Finish .  .  . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish  ...  ... 

Facing— First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color .  .  . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  inches  with  Embossed  Border. 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $35-50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . .  58.00 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate  as  shown  above .  .  60.00 


“MUCH  HANDSOMER  THAN  1  EXPECTED” 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  The  Farmers  &  Producers  Nat.  Bank,  Scio,  Ohio. 

Gentlemen:  The  mantel  bought  of  you  and  set  up  in  my  house,  is  a  very  handsome  one,  and  fully 
meets  the  expectation  formed  from  your  description  of  it;  in  fact,  it  is  much  handsomer  than  I  expected  to 
find  it.  Though  comparatively  low  priced,  I  do  not  think  it  would  seem  out  of  place  in  any  house,  how¬ 
ever  finely  built.  It  has  been  in  use  now  through  the  greater  part  of  one  winter,  and  shows  no  crack, 
warp  or  other  defect  in  construction.  Yours  very  truly, 

W.  J.  Lewis,  Cashier. 


Net  price 
complete 
$49  00 


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No.  228.  An  Exquisitely  Beautiful  Mantel 


A  triumph  of  expert  cabinet  maker’s  art.  It  is  made  from  the  most  choice  quartered  oak,  highly 
polished  with  our  famous  “Royal”  polish.  Very  large  mirror,  perfect  proportions,  and  is  one  of  the  most 
elegant  mantels  that  skilled  labor  can  produce. 

Height,  8  feet  French  Bevel  Mirror,  24x40  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  4 inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches 


Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . 4 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . [ 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . f 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border.  .  .  ) 

Net  price  for  Mantel  Only . $55.00 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  77-50 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  79-5° 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  $3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


Net  price 
complete 
$68.50 


White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville ,  Tenn.  Easley,  S.  C.,  Feb.  22d,  1904. 

Dear  Sir:  The  mantels  bought  of  you  are  very  nice  in  every  respect  and  have  given  perfect  satis¬ 
faction  in  every  particular.  Yours  truly, 

W.  M.  Haywood. 


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Ho.  229.  A  Desirable  Mantel  tor  any  Room 

This  handsome  “Royal”  mantel  is  exquisite  in  design,  majestic  in  appearance,  perfect  in  propor¬ 
tions,  unequalled  in  price,  and  will  grace  the  richest  apartments.  Made  of  the  finest  figured  woods  and 
beautifully  polished. 

Height,  7  feet  7  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x40  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  4  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . a  N  . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . I  e  Pj^e 

Facing— First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . f  ,e  6 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border.  .  .  )  -4 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $37-50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  60.40 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  62.40 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  $3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


“THE  ADMIRATION  OF  ALL” 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co .,  Knoxville ,  Tenn.  Rochester,  Minn. 

Gentlemen:  The  mantel  is  at  hand.  I  am  more  than  pleased  with  it.  It  is  just  as  represented, 
and  a  beautiful  piece  of  furniture.  It  came  through  in  good  time  without  a  scratch.  I  have  it  now  set  in 
my  residence,  and  it  is  the  most  satisfactory  piece  of  furniture  in  it,  and  the  admiration  of  all  who  see  it. 
There  is  nothing  in  the  mantel  line  in  the  city  of  Rochester  equal  to  it  for  the  money  invested. 

Very  truly  yours,  L.  J.  Slade. 


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No-  230.  A  Handsome  Colonial  Design  in  White 

We  offer  in  this  beautiful  colonial  design  all  that  could  be  desired  in  appearance  and  practical  fea¬ 
tures.  Note  the  perfect  harmony  of  lines  and  proportions,  the  graceful  tapering  columns  with  richly 
carved  caps.  Carried  in  stock  primed  three  coats  for  enamel  finish. 

Height,  6  feet  7  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18  x  40  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  1%  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  42  inches 

Mantel — Primed  three  coats  for  finishing  in  white  enamel . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $25.50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 47.60 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 49.60 


White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Tullahoma,  Tenn.,  Feb.  17,  1904. 

Dear  Sir:  We  have  used  your  mantels  and  find  they  give  entire  satisfaction  in  every  respect. 
Wishing  you  success,  I  am 

Yours  truly, 

G.  W.  Steagall,  Contr. 


|  Net  price 
complete 
|  $38.60 


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This  unique  design  is  one  of  the  latest  patterns.  It  possesses  an  individuality  at  once  charming. 
We  call  your  especial  attention  to  the  richly  hand  carved  Griffins  on  either  side.  Only  the  finest  woods 
are  used  in  this  mantel.  Highly  polished  throughout. 

Height,  5  feet  6  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  4  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  45  inches. 


Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . )  j^.  • 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish .  .  .  (  inrnEi„f_ 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color .  . 1  c „ 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border.  .  .  J  ^ 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $28.00 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  50.50 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  52.50 


White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Paw  Paw,  Mich.,  Feb.  20,  1904. 

Dear  Sirs:  A  short  while  ago  our  Endeavor  Society  purchased  a  mantel  and  grate  from  you  and 
found  them  perfectly  satisfactory.  They  were  all  as  represented  to  be  in  workmanship  and  finish,  and 
are  admired  as  to  quality  and  artistic  finish.  We  very  much  appreciate  your  courteous  treatment,  and 
take  pleasure  in  speaking  a  good  word  for  you  and  commending  both  your  products  and  prices. 

Yours  respectfully, 

Rev.  Chas.  E.  Huffer. 


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No.  232.  This  is  a  Strikingly  Handsome  and  Artistic  Mantel 

Dignified  and  refined  in  all  its  details  it  bears  the  true  “stamp”  of  fine  high  grade  mantels.  Makes 
a  fit  ornament  for  Parlor,  Library  or  Dining  Room  and  will  prove  a  lasting  satisfaction  to  any  one  pos¬ 
sessing  it.  Made  of  the  choicest  material  throughout  showing  beautiful  grain  effect  of  the  wood.  Do 
not  overlook  this  in  making  your  selection. 

Height,  7  feet  2  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet  Projection,  4  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish, . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  in  ,  with  Embossed  Border. 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $25.50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 47-5° 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate  . 49.50 


With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


(Net  price 
complete 
$38.50 


Milledgewille,  Ga.,  Feb.  24,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs: — It  gives  me  great  pleasure  to  say  that  my  purchase  of  eight  hardwood  mantels  from 
your  firm  in  September  1903,  has  given  me  entire  satisfaction.  They  are  in  every  respect  in  strict  agree¬ 
ment  with  the  description  thereof  contained  in  your  catalogue.  The  prices  were  entirely  reasonable  and 
satisfactory  and  I  congratulate  you  on  the  excellence  of  your  work.  I  sincerely  trust  that  your  business 
will  continue  to  prosper.  Yours  truly, 

Jos.  E.  Pottle,  Atty. 


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No.  233.  A  Genuinely  Artistic  and  Delicate  Pattern 


This  design  is  something  entirely  new,  original  and  charming  in  every  detail.  Beautifully  finished 
in  our  richest  shade  of  Golden  Oak,  also  in  Birch  or  Imitation  Mahogany,  highly  polished. 

Height,  6  feet  8  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  i  8  x  40  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  4^  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  42  inches 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . )  Net  price 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Fronr,  Best  Plated  Finish .  •  '  complete 

Facing— First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . •  •  ,  •  •  •  ;  •  •  •  i  $37.60 

Hearth _  “  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border.  .  .  J 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . ®2k’k° 

Net  price  with  Nu.  io  Royal  Grate .  o  a 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  .  48.60 


White  Mantel  and.  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Term.  Oklahoma  City,  Okla.,  Feb.  20,  1904. 

Gentlemen:  We  beg  to  say  that  we  have  found  your  mantels  and  grates  fully  up  to  our  expecta¬ 
tions  and  we  have  never  had  a  word  of  complaint  from  any  of  our  customers. 

Yours  very  truly, 

Johnston-Larimore  Hardware  Co. 


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No.  234.  An  Exceedingly  Popular  Mantel 


Showing  in  a  marked  degree  the  beautiful  figure  of  the  wood.  1 1  is  a  great  favorite  and  should 
have  due  consideration  in  making  your  selection.  Looks  best  in  our  rich  Golden  Oak  finish. 

Height,  7  feet  6  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18  x  36  inches 

Width,  5  feet  Projection,  2^4  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  1m.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . |  j^et  j 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish  .  ....  .  I  complete 

Facing  — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color .  ....  » 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  6ox  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border.  .  .  J  0 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only  ...  . $30.00 

Net  price  with  "No.  10  Royal  Grate  .  52  25 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate  ....  ....  ...  5'1.25 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  $3  50  to  above  Net  prices. 


IVhite  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Rochester,  N.  Y.,  Feb.  ig,  1904. 

Dear  Sirs: — The  mantels  and  fixtures  which  I  bought  of  you  last  fall  fullfill  our  hopes  of  them,  both 
as  to  finish  and  material.  The  mirrors  were  especially  excellent — nothing  cheap  about  them.  Although 
setting  the  two  mantels  was  expensive  under  labor  conditions  here,  i  think  I  saved  at  least  25  per  cent. 
Wishing  you  success,  1  am, 

Yours  sincerely, 

Jos.  H.  Dodge. 


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No.  235.  A  Massive  Design  for  Hall  or  Den 


This  is  an  imposing  and  magnificient  mantel  beautifully  hand  carved  and  ornamented.  In  fact  the 
whole  appearance  ot  this  mantel  is  magnificient  in  every  respect.  Finest  material,  workmanship  and 
finish. 

Height,  5  feet  4  inches.  5  inch  columns 

Width,  5  feet.  Projection,  3^  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  45  inches. 


Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Inr.  Mahog.,  Piano  Finish . 

Grate— Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $31.50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 55-go 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 57-90 


i  Net  Price 
!-  Complete 
|  $46.90 


Johnstown,  Pa.,  Dec.  5th,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville  Tenn. 

Gentlemen: — 1  am  happy  to  announce  that  the  mantel  No.  505  you  shipped  on  Nov.  26th  arrived 
in  perfect  condition  I  )ec.  2nd.  1  am  highly  pleased  with  this  handsome  piece  of  work,  and  my  friends 
who  have  seen  it,  claim  that  it  is  the  finest  mantel  they  have  seen  for  so  little  money.  Hoping  my  order 
may  induce  others  to  purchase  their  mantels  from  your  firm.  1  will  remit  check  to  cover  balance  in  a  few 
days  as  per  bill  received.  Thanking  you  very  much  for  the  favor,  1  am,  Very  truly, 

John  G.  Confer. 


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No.  236.  Suits  Any  Room  In  The  House 


This  is  a  mantel  of  exceptional  value  at  the  price  quoted.  Plain  but  rich.  Always  in  good  taste. 
Note  the  graceful  tapering  columns  with  the  handsome  carved  caps.  Finished  in  our  special  shade  of 
Golden  Oak  which  is  only  found  in  the  “Royal”  line. 

Height,  7  feet.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  5  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches,  height  36  inches. 


Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Piano  Finish . . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . .  (_ 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile  any  color . f 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  .  ) 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only .  . $ig.25 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 59.25 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing,  as  shown  above,  add  #1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 


Net  Price 
Complete 

$30.25 


“AM  WELL  PLEASED  WITH  THE  MANTELS.”  * 


MERCHANTS’  BANK. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Cleveland,  Tenn.,  August  2,  1902. 

Gentlemen:  — Inclosed  find  my  check  for  ^55 -S < ,  in  payment  of  your  invoice.  Allow  me  to  thank 
you  for  your  prompt  shipment.  I  am  well  pleased  with  the  mantels  you  shipped  to  me,  and  will  be  glad 
to  assist  you  in  any  prospective  business  you  may  nave  here. 

Respectfully, 

J.  B.  Fillauek,  President. 


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No.  237.  An  Exquisite  Mantel  for  Parlor,  Library  or  Bed  Room 

Mantels  of  this  character  are  becoming  very  popular  for  the  best  residence  work  throughout  the 
country,  and  if  included  in  your  selection  will  prove  highly  satisfactory.  Beautifully  finished  in  Golden 
Oak,  Birch  or  Imitation  Mahogany. 

Height,  6  feet  4  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  16x28  inches  and  8x16  inches. 

Width,  5  feet.  Projection,  5  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  42  inches. 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  1m.  Mahog.,  Piano  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $26.50 

•  Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  48-75 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 5°-75 


White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Lansing,  Mich.,  Feb.  27,  1904. 

Gentlemen: — 1  purchased  a  mantel,  grate  and  tile  of  your  house  last  September  and  the  same  has 
given  us  the  very  best  satisfaction.  When  I  placed  the  order  I  wrote  you  how  I  expected  to  finish  the 
hardwood  in  the  room  where  the  mantel  was  to  be  placed,  and  while  the  mantel  did  not  reach  us  until 
after  the  parties  were  through  and  gone,  it  matched  the  finished  wood  as  well  as  could  have  been  had  they 
all  been  finished  at  one  time  by  the  same  workmen.  Should  1  ever  want  anything  further  in  your  line,  I 
shall  be  pleased  to  correspond  with  you. 

Very  respectfully  yours, 

A.  M.  Stakmont,  Chief  of  Police. 


j  Net  Price 
-  Complete 
)  $39-75 


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No.  238.  Book  Case  Mantel 


The  growing  demand  by  home  owners  and  builders  throughout  the  country  for  Hardwood  Mantels 
has  increased  to  such  an  extent  that  a  building  is  not  now  considered  complete  without  them.  They  are 
now  being  largely  used  where  there  is  neither  fire-place  opening  nor  chimney  in  order  to  give  the  room  a 
finished  appearance.  This  suggested  to  us  the  idea  of  making  a  mantel  and  book  case  combined  and  it 
has  proved  a  great  success.  We  are  showing  on  this  and  the  opposite  page  two  very  artistic  designs 
that  are  having  a  wonderful  sale. 

Height,  6  feet  io  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet. 

Made  of  beautiful  figured  quartered  oak  and  finished  in  our  richest  shade  of  Golden  Oak  with  very 
high  piano  polish.  Net  price,  $43.00.  Net  price  with  Tile  Hearth,  $46.50. 


Valdosta,  Ga.,  Feb.  18,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs: — Itaffords  me  great  pleasure  to  state  that  the  mantels,  tiles  and  grates  that  I  bought  of 
you  were  received  in  first-class  order  and  were  entirely  satisfactory.  We  have  had  them  now  over  a  year 
and  they  look  better  than  when  we  first  bought  them.  With  kindest  regards,  1  am, 

Yours  very  truly, 

C.  R.  Ashley. 


No.  239.  Book  Case  Mantel 


Height,  6  feet  io  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  8  inches  to  5  feet. 

Made  of  carefully  selected  solid  oak.  High  grade  construction.  Finished  in  richest  shade  of  Golden 
Oak  with  onr  special  gloss  finish.  Net  price,  $31.50.  Net  price  with  Tile  Hearth  $45.00. 


Dayton,  Wash.,  Feb.  24,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co .,  Knoxville,  Term. 

Dear  Sirs:— In  regard  to  the  mantels  which  I  recently  purchased  from  you,  I  have  to  say  that  they 
both  arrived  in  good  shape,  and  are  now  set  in  our  new  house.  Every  thing  about  them  is  entirely  satis¬ 
factory,  in  fact  they  are  much  better  than  we  really  expected  to  get  for  the  money.  Especially  are  we 
pleased  with  the  Royal  Grate,  it  works  perfectly  and  heats  our  large  dining  room  splendidly.  In  the 
matter  of  workmanship  and  finish,  I  do  not  see  how  it  is  possible  to  furnish  the  goods  delivered  here  as 
you  did  for  the  money. 

Yours  truly, 

L.  G.  Atherton. 


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No.  240.  An  Elegant  Design  Suitable  lor  the  Handsomest  Apartments 


This  rich'and  stylish  pattern  is  one  of  the  most  popular  ever  produced.  It  possesses  that  handsome, 
substantial  appearance  so  gratifying  to  admirers  of  correct  mantels.  Note  the  beautiful  swelled  shelf 
and  the  richly  carved  caps.  Looks  best  in  our  rich  Golden  Oak  finish. 

Height,  7  feet  4  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  1  8  x  40  inches 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet  Projection — 2^"  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color.  ...  . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $31.65 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Roval  Grate,  as  shown  above  ....  55-75 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  above  add  $3.50  to  above  Net  prices 


“I  HAVE  NEVER  BEEN  SO  HIGHLY  PLEASED.” 

White  Mantel  and  Ttle  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Charleston,  W.  Va. 

Gentlemen:- — I  have  just  opened,  and  am  setting  up,  the  mantels  and  tile  I  bought  of  you,  and  1 
wish  to  state  to  you  that  I  have  never  been  so  highly  pleased  with  any  such  property  ever  bought  by  me 
before  as  I  am  with  the  mantels  you  sold  me.  Every  one  who  has  seen  them  has  been  fascinated  by  the 
three  larger  mantels  particularly.  I  assure  you  I  am  pleased  with  my  purchase,  and  I  shall  not  forget 
my  duty  to  call  on  you  again  when  I  build.  I  hope  to  be  able  to  build  again  next  fall,  probably,  and  to 
build  a  finer  house.  Yours  truly, 

Sam’l  D.  Littlepage,  Atty. 


}Net  price 
Complete 
$44-75 


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No,  241.  Appropriate  In  Any  Apartment 

In  this  mantel  are  combined  elegance  and  artistic  beauty.  A  design  with  correct  proportions  which 
has  a  distinctly  “high  toned’’  effect  when  viewed  from  any  position.  The  most  choice  material  is  used 
in  this  mantel.  Highly  polished. 

Height,  7  feet  3  inches  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x40  inches 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height,  39  inches. 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Piano  Finish . .  ....  \  prjce 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish  ....  f  f-.r-.i.,. 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . I"  e 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  ' 

Net  Price  for  Mantel  only . $28.75 

Net  Price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  50 .50 

With  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  52.50 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  ^3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


“  WE  ARE  HIGHLY  PLEASED  WITH  THE  MANTEL.” 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Bozeman,  Montana,  August  22,  1902. 

Gentlemen: — Enclosed  we  take  pleasure  in  handing  you  New  York  draft  for  your  invoice.  We 
are  highly  pleased  with  the  mantel,  and  are  satisfied  it  will  result  in  your  doing  more  business  in 
our  town.  We  shall  make  a  special  effort  to  bring  your  line  to  the  notice  of  builders,  who  want  a  good 
article  at  a  fair  price.  Yours  very  truly, 

Pike  Mercantile  Co., 

By  A.  E.  Pike,  Pres,  and  Treas. 


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“MORE  THAN  PLEASED.” 

Willi amstown,  W.  Ya.,  Sept.  8,  1902. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs: — Your  mantels  all  came  to  Hand  in  good  shape.  The  people  they  are  for  are  more 
than  pleased,  as  they  should  be.  They  are  certainly  the  best  made  and  best  finished  we  have  ever  bought 
in  this  section.  Have  several  more  good  mantels  in  view  that  I  can  sell. 

Yours  respectfully, 

C.  W.  Dowling. 

Contractor  and  Builder. 


No.  242.  A  Design  that  will  Grace  any  Apartment 

The  carefully  selected  material,  fine  workmanship,  beautiful  polish  and  rich  grain  effects  are  of  the 
highest  quality  and  superior  in  every  respect.  No  picture  can  do  justice  to  this  design.  One  must  see 
it  to  appreciate  its  beauty.  Carried  in  stock  in  our  Special  Golden  Oak  Finish  with  very  high  polish. 

Htight,  7  feet  2  im  hes.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  11  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  3  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 

Mantel — Quartered  Qak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahog.,  Piano  Finish . h  Ne(.  prjce 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . (  Complete 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color .  1  «  " 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border.  J  *><*  ^ 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $28.75 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Roval  Grate  .  50.50 

Net  price  Complete  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate,  as  shown  above  52.50 
With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240,  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


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No.  243.  A  Faultless  Design  Appropriate  in  any  Room 


This  handsome  and  dignified  mantel  embraces  all  the  features  which  are  so  much  appreciated  by  ad¬ 
mirers  of  correct  mantels.  The  simplicity  of  its  lines  and  excellent  proportions  appeal  strongly  to  the 
refined.  Made  of  beautiful  figured  wood  in  our  special  shade  of  Golden  Oak,  highly  polished.  Will 
furnish  with  18x40  inches  square  mirror  instead  of  oval  if  preferred. 

Height,  7  feet  3  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x40  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Piano  Finish . . . 

Frate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Gacing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only, .  $28.75 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 5°-5° 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 52-5° 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240,  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 

“THE  MANTELS  ARE  VERY  FINE.” 

Washington,  D.  C.,  September  6,  1902. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Gentlemen: — For  the  price,  I  consider  the  mantels  very  fine,  and  trust  that  I  shall  have  the  pleas¬ 
ure  of  ordering  some  of  your  higher  grade  mantels  in  the  near  future. 

Very  truly  yours, 

No.  1126  East  Capitol  St.  'Edwin  H.  Fowler,  Architect. 


!Net  Price 
Complete 
$41.50 


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No.  244.  A  “Royal”  Beauty  Without  A  Rival 


We  call  your  special  attention  to  this  handsome  mantel.  We  consider  this  the  best  mantel  for  the 
price  ever  built.  Words  and  illustrations  are  entirely  inadequate  in  expressing  its  charming  elegance.*  It 
will  exceed  the  expectations  of  any  one  who  buys  it. 

Height,  7  feet  2  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 


Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Piano  Finish . . 'j  jsjet  pnce 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . [  complete 

F  acing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . . 1  g>,_  2_ 

Hearth —  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  J  q’3/'  3 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $24.25 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate,  as  shown . 46  25 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate  .  48.25 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240,  add  $3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


Palmer,  Mass.,  Feb.  ig,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville ,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs: — This  is  to  certify  that  I  have  bought  a  mantel,  tile  and  grate  of  ihe  above  company, 
and  it  proves  satisfactory  in  every  way.  I  am  only  too  glad  to  recommend  anyone  in  want  of  these  com¬ 
modities  to  purchase  them  of  the  above  concern.  I  recommend  the  very  best  treatment  in  so  doing. 

Very  very  respectfully, 

C.  K.  Gamwell. 


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No.  245.  Especially  Appropriate  for  Dining  Room 

This  is  a  strikingly  artistic  mantel  in  which  the  beautiful  grain  effect  of  the  wood  stands  out  in  a 
marked  degree.  No  better  material  or  workmanship  are  used  in  our  highest  priced  mantels  than  in  this 
one.  Made  in  our  special  Golden  Oak  finish,  highly  polished.  At  our  special  price  it  is  a  great  bargain. 
Square  mirror  furnished  if  preferred. 

Height,  6  feet  to  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 

Ma ntel— Quartered  Oak,  Piano  Finish . 

Grate— Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border 


Net  price  for  Man  tel  only . $23.75 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  45-75 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  47-75 


With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240.  add  S3. 50  to  above  Net  prices. 


{Net  Price 
Complete 
$36.75 


“UP  TO  MY  EXPECTATIONS.” 

Baton  Rouge,  La.,  February  14,  1903. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs:—  The  mmtels  were  received  yesterday  and  tre  very  satisfactory.  Will  take  pleasure  in 
recommending  your  mantels  as  to  coming  up  to  my  expectations.  Will  wa  it  two  more  later  on.  You 
can  draw  on  me  through  the  Louisiana  State  Bank  for  the  amount.  Very  truly, 

E.  D.  Vignes. 


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No.  246.  A  Superb  Colonial  Design  In  White 


The  rich  simplicity  of  this  beautiful  colonial  design  appeals  strongly  to  people  of  refinement.  Per¬ 
fectly  harmonious  and  artistic  in  all  details  and  at  our  special  price  is  one  of  the  greatest  bargains  ever 
offered.  This  mantel  is  carried  in  stock  primed  three  coats  ready  for  finishing  in  white  enamel. 

Height,  6  feet  7  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x40  inches. 

Width,  5  feet.  Projection,  1  ^  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 

Mantel — Primed  three  coats  for  Enamel  Finish . j  j^et  prjce 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . (  Complete 

Facing— First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color .  .1 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  .  J  V39-75 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $26.75 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  48.75 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  50.75 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240,  add  $3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 
Finished  in  White  Enamel,  add  #7.50  Extra  Net,  and  for  White  Enl.  and  Gold,  $10.00. 


Lexington,  Ky.,  Feb.  17,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Gentlemen: — The  mantels  you  sent  us  are  all  right  in  every  particular.  Every  person  who  has 
seen  the  mantels  “brag”  on  them.  They  are  pretty  and  attractive. 

Very  truly, 

J.  A.  Barlow  &  Son. 


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No.  247.  A  New  and  Attractive  Design 


For  beauty  of  design,  the  rare  figure  of  the  wood  used  in  its  construction  and  the  price,  this  mantel 
cannot  be  surpassed.  You  should  include  one  of  these  in  your  selection. 

Height,  5  feet  9  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  12x44  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  3  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  1m.  Mahog.,  Piano  Finish . \  pr,ce 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish  .  [  pnrnr,i<.tp 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . I  *  "  c 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  .  J  V33-5 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $21.40 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate  .  42. so 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 44-50 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240,  add  $3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


Biloxi,  Miss.,  Dec.  23,  1903. 

White  Mantel  atta  file  Co.,  Knoxville ,  'Venn. 

Deak  Sirs: —  l'he  mantels  1  ordered  from  you  for  my  residence  are  now  in  place.  I  am  very  much 
pleased  with  them.  Don’t  think  I  could  have  been  better  pleased  than  I  am  with  the  mantel  for  the  par¬ 
lor.  Enclosed  find  check  as  per  your  invoice  for  same. 

Yours  very  ttuly, 

J.  E.  Green,  Archt.  &  Contr. 


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No.  248.  Appropriate  Wherever  You  Put  It 

Here  is  a  mantel  that  you  should  by  all  means  include  in  your  selection.  Made  of  strictly  choice 
material  throughout,  construction  the  very  best,  finished  in  our  richest  shade  of  Golden  Oak  highly  pol¬ 
ished.  This  is  one  of  the  most  popular  mantels  in  the  “Royal”  line. 

Height,  7  feet.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  9  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Piano  Finish . 1  Net  pr;ce 

Grate — Climax,  corhplete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . (  Complete 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . f  *  ' 00 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  J 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $20.00 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  41.00 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  43.00 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240,  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 

“COST  LESS  THAN  W£  CAN  MANUFACTURE  THEM  FOR.” 

Princeton,  Ky.,  November  12,  1902. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Gentlemen: — The  mantels  have  come  to  hand.  They  were  in  good  condition,  and  entirely  satis¬ 
factory  to  our  customer.  Hope  to  be  able  to  give  you  more  orders.  We  manufacture  a  great  many  com¬ 
mon  mantels,  and  some  cabinets,  but  your  cabinets  cost  less  than  we  can  manufacture  them  for. 

Very  truly, 

Princeton  Planing  Mill  &'Lumber  Co. 


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No.  249.  A  Handsome  Hall  Mantel 


Especially  designed  for  durability.  It  possesses  that  handsome,  substantial  appearance  so  gratifying 
to  admirers  of  correct  mantels.  Furnished  in  elegant  Quartered  Oak  or  Birch,  high  piano  finish. 

Height,  5  feet  8 inches  Width,  5  feet.  Projection,  3  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches;  height  42  inches. 


Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish  . 

Grate — Climax  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border 


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Net  price 
complete 
$36.90 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $24.00 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate  . 45-90 

Net  Price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate  as  shown  above  ....  47.90 


St.  Joseph,  La.,  Feb.  25,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville ,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs:  Mantels  received  in  good  order  today  and  will  bear  comparision  with  mantels  that  cost 
twice  the  price  of  these.  Enclosed  find  a  check  for  #77.80  on  the  St.  Joseph  Bank. 

Very  truly, 

Mrs.  Sam  Hornsby. 


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No.  250.  A  Highly  Superior  and  Stylish  Pattern 

This  is  a  new  design  that  is  having  a  wonderful  sale.  Refined,  tasty  and  rich  in  appearance. 
Beautifully  polished,  high  grade  construction  and  from  a  practical  stand-point  hard  to  beat.  We  make 
this  mantel  in  very  large  lots,  which  reduces  the  cost  to  the  very  lowest  minimum  and  enables  us  to  name 
an  extremely  low  price. 

Height,  7  feet  2  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18  x  36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches;  height  39  inches. 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish  . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish  ........ 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  inches,  with  Embossed  Border  . 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $22.80 

Net  Price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate  as  shown  above  .  .  44.60 

Net  Price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  46.60 


With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


“  THEY  ARE  THE  BEST.” 

McKeesport,  Pa.,  June  3,  1902. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville ,  Tenn. 

Gentlemen:  I  have  not  yet  received  the  last  shipment  of  mantels.  I  received  the  first  ones,  they 
are  very  satisfactory.  In  regard  to  your  mantels,  they  are  the  best  that  have  ever  been  brought  to 
McKeesport.  Very  respectfully  yours, 

802  Sales  St.  U.  G.  Boyer,  Contractor  and  Builder. 


iNet  price 
complete 
$35.60 


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No.  251.  A  Desirable  Mantel  for  Any  Rootti 

This  is  one  of  the  neatest  and  most  practical  mantels  ever  produced  at  a  low  price.  Made  of 
elegant  Quartered  Oak,  finished  rich  Golden  Oak  with  beautiful  Piano  Polish.  A  mantel  that  gives 
great  satisfaction  to  all  who  order  it. 

Height,  5  feet  i  inch.  Height  to  Shelf,  4  feet  4  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  10  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  3  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches;  height  39  inches: 

Mantel — Quartered  Oak,  Birch  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Piano  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color,  .  .  , . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  inches,  with  Embossed  Border 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only  . $13.50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 34.90 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 36  90 


With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  240  add  #3.50  to  above  Net  prices. 


Salisbury,  N.  C.,  Feb.  22,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs:  The  mantels  furnished  me  by  your  Company  have  given  entire  satisfaction.  I  think 
the  work  and  polish  perfect.  I  had  catalogues  from  a  number  ot  mantel  companies,  but  I  found  none 
that  I  liked  better  than  yours  for  the  price.  They  have  been  very  much  admired  by  all  that  have  seen 
them.  The  tile  is  also  admired.  Very  respectfully, 

Mrs.  Mary  V.  Walton. 


INet  price 
complete 
$25.90 


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No.  252.  This  Is  a  Most  Popular  Mantel 

Specially  designed  to  meet  the  great  demand  for  an  elegantly  finished  mantel  at  a  low  price. 
Finished  with  our  famous  “Royal”  polish  which  is  a  very  high  and  permanent  piano  polish.  Note  the 
beautiful  tapering  columns  with  handsome  carved  caps. 

Height,  7  feet  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18x36  inches 

Width,  4  feet  6  inches  to  5  feet  Projection,  4  inches 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches,  height,  36  inches 

Mantel — Selected  Oak,  Piano  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  Quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  inches,  with  Embossed  Border. 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $18.50 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate  .  , . 38.50 


With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  above  add  $1.00  to  above  net  prices. 


Anna,  Ills.,  Feb.  19,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs: — The  little  quartered  oak  bedroom  mantel  pleases  everyone  who  sees  it.  I  remarked 
when  I  saw  it  that  it  was  the  prettiest  wood  mantel  of  the  kind  I  ever  saw.  We  can  sincerely  express 
ourselves  well  pleased  with  the  Royal  Grate.  It  is  fine,  and  from  what  we  gather  from  frequent  remarks 
made  by  those  who  have  had  experience  with  grates,  it  is  a  superior  heater,  and  surely  a  taking  grate  in 
appearance.  Very  respectfully, 

Mrs.  W.  W.  Wiley. 


iNet  price 
complete 
$29.50 


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No.  253.  A  Royal  Beauty,  Appropriate  in  any  Room 

This  is  a  mantel  true  to  the  name  above.  The  proportions  are  perfect.  Material,  construction 
and  finish  the  best,  and  at  our  special  price  is  not  equalled  by  any  other  factory  in  the  country.  Has 
Quartered  Oak  Veneer  Columns  with  richly  carved  caps.  Finished  in  rich  Golden  Oak  with  our  superior 
gloss  finish.  18  x  36  inch  square  Mirror  furnished  if  preferred. 

Height,  6  feet  10  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18  x  36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  8  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  3^  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches;  height  36  inches. 

Mantel — Selected  Solid  Oak,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish  . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $17.00 

Net  price  complete  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate  as  shown  above  36-95 
With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  above  add  $1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 


“  NO.  359  CERTAINLY  IS  A  BEAUTY.” 

Cambridge,  Ohio,  June  6,  1902 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Gentlemen:  Received  mantels,  etc.,  on  the  4th  inst.  I  am  exceedingly  well  pleased  with  goods. 
No.  359  certainly  is  a  beauty.  1  thank  you  very  much  for  such  returns,  and  feel  certain  1,  or  others  who 
see  these  mantels,  will  send  in  additional  orders.  Very  truly  yours, 

W.  A.  Hunt. 


)  Net  price 
V  complete 
J  $27-95 


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No.  254.  A  Striking  and  Unique  fieavty  in  While 

This  pattern  is  something  new  and  very  stylish  and  makes  a  beautiful  piece  for  bed  room,  and  we 
are  offering  it  at  an  extremely  low  price.  Carried  in  stock  in  3  coats  of  white  for  enamel  finish.  If  fur¬ 
nished  in  white  enamel  there  will  be  au  extra  charge  of  $ 5.00  net,  or  for  white  and  gold,  $ 7.50  net 
Height,  5  feet  1  inch.  Height  to  Shelf,  4  feet  4  inches. 

Width,  5  feet.  Projection,  3  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches;  height  42  inches. 

Mantel — Primed  three  coats  for  enamel  finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color,  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border  . 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $15-75 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  36.75 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate .  38.75 


“  MATERIAL  FINE,  WORKMANSHIP  EXCELLENT,  DESIGN  SDPERB.” 

Moulton,  Iowa,  December^  1902. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co..  Knoxville,  Tenti. 

Gents:  I  am  well  pleased  with  the  work.  It  is  fully  up  to  my  expectations  in  every  particular. 
The  material  is  fine,  workmanship  excellent,  and  designs  superb.  When  again  in  need  of  this  kind  of 
work,  the  White  Mantel  and  Tile  Company  may  expect  the  order.  “Merit  wins.’’ 

Respectfully, 

Geo.  W.  Blosser. 


Net  price 
complete 
$27-75 


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No.  255.  Very  Artistic  Bed  Room  Mantel  in  White 

This  has  been  an  exceedingly  popular  pattern.  Primed  3  coats  for  enamel  finish  or  we  make  it  in 
our  Special  Golden  Oak  finish  at  same  price.  If  wanted  in  White  Enamel  add  $5.00  extra  net  to  price 
quoted. 

Height,  5  feet  8  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  12  x  44  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  8  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches;  height  39  inches. 

Mantel — Primed  Three  Coats  for  Enamel  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  •'  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border  .  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $15.00 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate .  35  00 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate  .  .  37.00 


Plaquemine,  La.,  Feb.  19,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tetin. 

Gentlemen:  In  my  line  of  business  I  handle  a  great  many  mantels  and  have  received  catalogues 
from  several  factories,  but  after  placing  an  order  with  you  I  laid  all  the  other  catalogues  aside  and  always 
make  my  selection  from  the  White  Mantel  &  Tile  Company,  as  I  find  they  always  give  me  satisfaction 
for  the  money,  and  I  advise  all  those  who  need  mantels  to  do  likewise  as  they  are  sure  to  get  goods  just 
as  represented  in  their  catalogues. 

Hoping  the  White  Mantel  &  Tile  Company  a  long  and  prosperous  life,  I  am, 

Yours  truly, 

W.  W.  Blanchard,  Contractor  and  Builder. 


{Net  price 
complete 
$26.00 


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No.  256.  An  Exceedingly  Popular  Mantel 

This  design  possesses  the  handsome,  substantial  appearance  of  the  highest  priced  mantels.  Made 
of  selected  material  throughout  and  has  quartered  oak  veneered  columns  with  handsome  carved  caps. 
We  put  this  Mantel  “Against  the  field  ”  at  the  price  named. 

Height,  6  feet  io  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  18  x  36  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  8  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  3^  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches;  height  36  inches. 

Mantel — Selected  Oak,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Best  Plated  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only  . $15.00 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate . 34-oo 

Net  price  with  No.  12  Royal  Grate . 36.00 


With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  above  add  $ 1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 


“ARE  VERY  SATISFACTORY.” 

San  Diego,  California,  Feb.  18,  1903. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co. ,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Gentlemen:  The  mantel,  tiling  and  grate  are  very  satisfactory,  and  it  will  give  us  great  pleasure, 
not  only  to  recommend  it,  but  to  advertise  it  to  the  best  of  our  ability.  Very  truly  yours, 

John  Hume. 


)Net  price 
complete 
$25.00 


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No.  257.  Very  Attractive  Low  Priced  Mantel 


This  is  a  design  we  had  a  big  run  on  last  year.  It  proved  so  popular  we  decided  to  run  it  again 
this  season  but  have  made  some  valuable  improvements  by  putting  on  large  quartered  oak  columns  with 
handsome  carved  caps,  and  with  all  these  improvements  we  are  selling  it  this  season  for  a  little  less  than 
we  did  last  season. 

Height,  6  feet  7  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  16  x  28  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  8  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  3^  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches;  height,  36  inches. 


Mantel — Selected  Oak,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Black  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60  x  21  in.,  with  Embossed  Border  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only  . $11  50 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  above  add  #1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 
With  plated  finish  grate  instead  of  Black  finish  #1.00  extra  net. 


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Net  price 
complete 
$21.50 


“  EVERYBODY  FALLS  IN  LOVE  WITH  THEM.” 


Baton  Rouge,  La.,  October  17,  1902. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Term. 

Gentlemen:  The  mantels  are  all  up  ready  for  use.  They  are  just  beautiful.  Everybody  falls  in 
love  with  them.  They  really  surpass  the  pictures  of  them  shown  in  your  catalogue.  I  gave  your  cata¬ 
logue  to  a  friend  of  mine,  who  is  about  to  build  a  pretty  house,  and  I  am  sure  she  will  buy  her  mantels 
from  your  firm.  Respectfully, 

Mrs.  J.  Zimbrich. 


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No.  258.  The  Best  Design  al  the  Price  put  out  by  Any  Factory  this  Season 


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The  above  we  admit  is  a  pretty  strong  statement,  never-the-less  it  is  a  true  one  and  if  you  will  in¬ 
clude  it  in  your  selection  you  will  be  convinced.  Material,  construction  and  finish  the  best  and  is 
positively  the  best  value  ever  produced  for  the  low  price  we  ask. 


Height,  6  feet  9  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  16  x  28  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  8  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches;  height  36  inches. 


Mantel — Selected  Oak  or  Im.  Mahogany,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . \  Net  Price 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Black  Finish . (  Complete 

Facing — First  quality  F.nameled  Tile,  any  color . I 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  .  )  -D 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $13-5° 

Net  price  with  No.  10  Royal  Grate,  Plated  Finish  ....  31.50 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  257,  add  $1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 


“THE  GOODS  ARE  ALL  THAT  WE  DESIRED.” 

Halifax,  N.  S.,  January  14,  1903. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville ,  Tenti. 

Gentlemen: — Your  favor  of  December  3rd,  iqo2,  with  invoice  was  received  in  due  time.  The  goods 
are  all  that  we  desired,  and  for  your  promptness  and  care  in  filling  our  order,  accept  our  thanks. 

Yours  respectfully, 

Jno.  McKay,  Manufacturer  and  Importer. 


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No.  259.  A  Mantel  Unequalled  at  Our  Price 


We  say  unhesitatingly  that  no  such  value  is  offered  by  any  factor)'  in  the  country  as  we  are  offering 
in  this  mantel,  and  we  stand  behind  it  as  we  do  all  our  goods — with  the  strongest  guarantee.  Best  con¬ 
struction  and  material  and  beautifully  finished. 

Height,  6  feet  7  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  14x24  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  6  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches,  height  36  inches. 


Mantel — Selected  Oak  or  Im.  Mahog.,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Black  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth — ■  ■'  “  “  '■  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  . 


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Net  Price 
Complete 

$18.75 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $9.25 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  257,  add  $1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 
With  plated  grate  instead  of  black  $1.00  extra  net. 


Pine  Bluff,  Ark,  Feb.  18,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Gentlemen: — It  is  with  pleasure  that  1  write  you  in  regard  to  the  mantels  and  grates  bought  of  you 
last  year.  These  grates  have  given  the  best  of  satisfaction  in  every  respect  and  as  fuel  savers,  I  think  the 
Royal  Grate  has  no  equal.  They  are  fine  for  either  soft  or  hard  coal.  The  beauty  of  your  mantels  is 
that  they  never  warp,  crack  or  give  away  at  the  joists  which  is  the  main  objection  to  most  mantels  that  1 
have  noticed.  Very  truly, 

W.  Riley. 


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No.  260.  A  very  Attractive  and  Popular  Mantel 


Low  priced  but  not  cheap  in  appearance.  If  included  in  your  selection  you  will  be  highly  pleased. 
Material,  workmanship  and  finish  first-class  throughout. 

Height,  6  feet  6  inches.  French  Bevel  Mirror,  14x24  inches. 

Width,  4  feet  6  inches  to  5  feet.  Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches,  height  36  inches. 


Mantel — Selected  Oak,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Black  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  v  •*  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border 


l 

) 


Net  Price 
Complete 
$19.25 


Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $9-75 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  257,  add  $1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 
With  plated  grate  instead  of  black  $1.00  extra  net. 


White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn.  Iowa  City,  la.,  Mar.  7,  1904. 

Gentlemen: — I  built  a  residence  in  1903  and  wanted  three  mantels  for  it.  I  got  prices  from  at  least 
a  dozen  mantel  dealers  and  manufacturers  and  found  that  your  price  was  a  great  deal  lower  than  any  of¬ 
fered.  In  fact  in  some  instances  the  price  asked  was  more  than  double  your  price  and  from  the  dimensions 
and  specifications  in  the  catalogues  there  did  not  seem  to  be  any  difference  in  the  goods.  Well,  I  finally 
bought  of  jrou,  and  when  the  mantels  came,  I  believe  they  are  just  as  good  as  could  be  made.  The  wood¬ 
work  was  finished  to  perfection,  and  the  glass,  grates  and  tile  were  fine.  The  directions  were  plain  so 
that  it  was  a  simple  matter  to  place  the  mantels  and  grates  in  position  and  we  are  more  than  satisfied 
with  our  bargain.  We  have  compared  them  with  mantels  in  many  of  the  best  houses  in  the  city,  and  we 
have  seen  no  mantels  that  we  like  so  well.  Yours  truly, 

W.  F.  Murphy. 


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No.  261.  An  Artistic  Base  of  Exceptional  Valve 


A  design  that  finds  favor  with  everybody.  Makes  a  beautiful  bed  room  outfit.  Material  and  work¬ 
manship  are  of  the  best.  Beautifully  finished  in  rich  Golden  Oak  with  our  superior  gloss  finish.  The 
Quartered  oak  veneer  columns  makes  it  an  unusually  attractive  base  not  equalled  by  any  other  manufac¬ 
turer  at  our  price. 

Height,  4  feet  II  inches.  Width,  4  feet  8  inches  to  5  feet. 

Projection,  3  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  42  inches,  height  39  inches. 


Mantel — Selected  Oak,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Black  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  . 


) 

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Net  Price 
Complete 
$17.50 


Net  price  with  mantel  only . $7.50 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  257  add  $1.00  to  the  above  Net  prices. 
With  plated  grate  instead  of  black  finish  $1.00  extra  net. 


Shkeveport,  La.,  March  2,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenn. 

Dear  Sirs: — The  mantels  purchased  of  you  in  1903,  were  entirely  satisfactory  in  every  respect,  and 
you  carried  out  your  contract  and  agreement  with  us  to  the  letter. 

Yours  truly, 

E.  B.  Herndon,  Jr.,  Att’y- 


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No.  262.  A  Pretty  Bed  Room  Design 


For  a  low  priced  bed  room  mantel  this  stands  without  a  rival.  Made  of  selected  oak,  best  workman¬ 
ship  and  elegant  finish. 

Height,  4  feet.  Width,  4  feet  6  inches  to  5  feet. 

Projection,  4  inches. 

Opening  in  Mantel,  width  36  inches,  height  36  inches. 

Mantel — Selected  Oak  or  Im.  Mahog.,  Extra  Gloss  Finish . 

Grate — Climax,  complete  with  Summer  Front,  Black  Finish . 

Facing — First  quality  Enameled  Tile,  any  color . 

Hearth —  “  “  “  “  “  60x21  inches  with  Embossed  Border  . 

Net  price  for  Mantel  only . $3.25 

With  Embossed  Tile  Facing  as  shown  in  Mantel  No.  257,  add  $1.00  to  above  Net  prices. 


Blackwood,  Va.,  F'eb.  19,  1904. 

White  Mantel  and  Tile  Co.,  Knoxville,  Tenti. 

Gentlemen: — We  are  greatly  pleased  with  the  mantels  purchased  from  you,  and  same  have  proved 
entirely  satisfactory.  If  we  should  again  be  in  the  market  for  this  class  of  goods,  we  will  be  pleased  to 
communicate  with  you  further. 

Yours  truly, 

T.  D,  WILLIAMS,  Supt. 

Blackwood  Coal  and  Coke  Co. 


(Net  Price 
Complete 
$12.25 


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Our  Famous 
Climax  Grate 

Finished  Oxidized  Copper  and  Brass 
also  in  Black  or  Wrought  Iron 
finish — not  a  cheap  black  varnish 
but  a  handsome  W.  I.  Finish. 

Summer  Front  Heavy  Sheet  Steel 


Size: 

Outside  dimensions,  24^4  inches  wide, 
30^  inches  high. 

Size  of  Basket,  20  inches. 

We  have  this  Grate  also  with  24 
inch  Basket  as  shown  on  page  16. 
If  this  size  is  wanted  add  $1.00  net  to 
price  quoted. 


Climax  Grate  with  Summer  Front 


This  Grate 


Aside  from  being  the  most  Artistic 
Design  of  any  unmounted  grate  on  the 
market,  it  is  beyond  question  the  greatest 
heater — because  it  has  the  most  perfect 
combustion  and  is  the  cleanest.  We  call 
special  attention  to  the  Hood  of  this  grate 
being  so  constructed  as  to  prevent  the 
smoke  from  puffing  out  into  the  room — a 
fault  that  is  found  with  so  many  other 
grates  on  the  market. 

We  quote  all  Grates  complete  with 
Summer  Fronts  and  they  are  always  sent 
this  way  unless  otherwise  ordered.  Should 
Summer  Fronts  not  be  wanted  deduct  $1. 
net  from  prices  where  plated  finish  is 
specified  and  75  cents  net  where  black 
finish  is  specified. 

Where  plated  finished  Grate  is  wanted 
instead  of  black  finish  add  $1  net  to  price 
given. 

We  send  Grates  in  finish  quoted  with 
mantel  unless  otherwise  ordered. 


NOTE — No  Fire-brick  or  Top  Tiles 
are  quoted  with  our  unmounted  grates  for 
the  reason  that  these  articles  are  a  common 
commodity  which  can  be  bought  in  almost 
any  hardware  store  for  about  the  same 
money  as  the  freight  would  be,  as  they  are 
very  heavy. 

However,  when  wanted  we  will  furnish 
them  at  Si. 00  net  per  setting  F.  O.  B.  cars 
Knoxville,  Tenn. 


Climax  Grate  without  Summer  Front 


About  Our  Tiles 

WTe  sell  only  first  quality  enamel  tiles  for  hearths  and  facings  and  no  factory  seconds. 

Enameled  tiles  are  made  in  such  a  variety  of  colors  that  any  taste  or  color  scheme  can  be  met  in 
this  particular. 

On  information  as  to  your  wishes  in  this  regard  we  will  make  most  careful  selection.  Or  if  you 
desire  we  will  send  samples  from  which  to  make  your  selections.  In  ordering  samples  please  give  11s 
some  idea  as  to  colors  you  wish  to  use.  All  Hearths  sent  with  Embossed  Borders  unless  otherwise  ordered. 

Unless  otherwise  advised,  we  ship  tiles,  for  facings,  loose  as  they  are  easily  placed  in  position  by  any 
good  mason,  and  they  are  much  less  liable  to  injury  during  transportation,  and  they  are  very  heavy  freight 
when  slabbed.  When  desired,  however,  we  will  attach  them  to  marble  slabs  ready  for  placing,  making 
such  additional  charge  as  to  cover  the  cost  of  materials  and  labor.  This  runs  usually  from  $3.00  upward, 
depending  on  size,  etc. 


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No.  12.  Royal  Grate 


Side  View  Showing  Construction 
and  Damper  Arrangement 


The  Royal  Mounted  Grate 

Finished  in  Brass,  Copper,  Bronze  or  Nickel  Plated,  Plain  or  Oxidixed,  also  in 
Wrought  Iron  or  Black  Finish. 

No.  10  No.  12 


Size  of  Frame  24^  inches  wide,  30%  inches  high. 
20  inch  Grate 

net  price 


Plated  finish  with  Summer  Front . $  12.50 

Plated  finish  without  Summer  Front. . .  11.50 

Wrought  Iron  finish  with  Summer  Front..  11.00 


Wrought  Iron  finish  without  Summer  Front  10.50 


Size  of  Frame,  30%  inches  wide,  30%  inches  high. 
24  inch  Grate 

NET  PRICE 


Plated  finish  with  Summer  Front . $  15.00 

Plated  finish  without  Summer  Front .  14.00 

Wrought  Iron  finish  with  Summer  Front. . .  12.75 


Wrought  Iron  finish  without  Summer  Front  12.00 


Summer  Fronts  always  sent  unless  otherwise  ordered. 


The  continued  use  and  increasing  sales  of  our  “Royal”  mounted  grate  throughout  the  country,  and 
especially  in  the  colder  climates  has  proven  that  it  is  the  most  economical ,  practical  and  satisfactory  fire¬ 
place  made. 

It  has  the  advantage  over  the  regular  common  brick  setting  in  that  it  is — a  complete  grate  all 
mounted  ready  for  setting.  It  requires  no  fire  brick  or  fire  tile  in  setting.  It  can  be  set  by  any  mason. 
It  over-comes  imperfect  chimneys. 

It  prevents  smoky  chimneys  and  puffing  of  smoke  into  the  room.  The  dampers  can  be  operated 
from  the  front  so  as  to  control  the  fire.  By  opening  the  lower  damper  which  is  directly  over  and  close  to 
the  fire,  it  forms  a  strong  direct  draft,  which  as  soon  as  it  heats  the  flue,  forms  a  rapid  current  of  air, 
thus  carrying  off  the  dense  smoke.  When  the  fire  is  well  under  way  the  lower  damper  can  be  closed,  the 
upper  one  remaining  open.  The  heat  is  then  reflected  into  the  room. 

The  dampers  can  be  closed  tight  when  not  in  use,  preventing  dust  or  soot  from  entering  the  room. 


The  “  Royal” 

Ranks  first  among  Portable  Grates  and  Fire-places. 

The  leading  features  of  this  grate  wherein  it  excels  all  others  are: 

Its  curved  corrugated  top  which  reflects  the  heat  into  the  room. 

Improved  method  of  operating  upper  damper  (with  thumb-screw)  which  permits  it  to  be  opened 
any  desired  width  without  danger  of  dropping. 

Damper  attachments  are  of  Malleable  Iron. 

It  has  double  basket  front  with  extra  wide  space  between  them,  which  allows  the  ashes  to  fall 
behind  the  screen. 

It  also  has: 

Damper  in  both  basket  front  and  ash  screen  whereby  fire  can  be  kept  under  control  an  indefinite 
period,  same  as  a  stove. 

Fire  pot  is  full  lined  with  fire  tile  to  a  height  that  will  protect  back  from  live  coals.  The  tile  can 
be  renewed  without  removing  the  grate 

The  shaker  head  is  of  malleable  iron.  The  grate  bottom,  besides  freeing  itself  of  ashes  when  being 
operated,  opens  up  the  fire  and  does  not  jar  the  grate  from  position. 

All  parts  are  extra  heavy  and  so  constructed  as  not  to  be  easily  burned  or  warped,  and  can  be 
readily  renewed  if  necessary. 

In  no  other  grate  on  the  market  can  there  be  found  such  a  combination  of  desirable  and  up-to-date 
features  and  thoroughly  good  heating  capacity  as  in  the  Royal. 


48 


II  es,  Fret  Work  and 
Division  Screens 


Before  placing  your  order  for  Grilles,  Fret  Work 
or  Division  Screens,  send  us  the  exact  measurements 
of  the  openings  for  which  you  want  them,  indicating 
the  kind  of  w'ood  work  and  finish.  In  case  of  an  arch 
cut  a  pattern  of  heavy  paper  to  conform  exactly  to  the 
shape  of  the  arch.  We  will  then  send  you  our  cata¬ 
logue  showing  a  large  number  of  the  latest  designs  and 
patterns  from  which  to  make  your  selections,  at  the 
same  time  quote  prices  that  ’ivill  undoubtedly  secure  your 
order.  If  you  have  an  architect’s  design  or  designs  of 
your  own,  send  them  to  us  and  we  will  be  pleased  to 
submit  you  an  estimate  for  same.  Special  attention  is 
called  to  the  fact  that  our  facilities  for  executing  high 
class  special  work  of  this  kind  are  oj  the  very  best  and 
our  prices  for  same  will  certainly  interest  you. 


Made  of  carefully  se'ecled  Golden 
Oak,  highly  finished.  For  opening 
6  feet  wide  by  8 V2  feet  high,  (or  any 
smaller  opening.) 

Net  Price,  $32.50 


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